Multi-Clamp Insert and Toolholder Assembly

摘要

A mechanical clamping tool holder for indexable inserts includes a tool holder body and complementary clamping mechanisms. The tool holder body accommodates several novel clamping mechanism types as well as other common clamping mechanisms. The tool holder body includes an insert pocket, and a complementary clamp pocket to assemble several clamping mechanisms that engage and clamp the inserts in the working position. The insert receiving pocket also includes a threaded bore to secure the shim seat and the clamp pocket includes a threaded bore for securing the clamping mechanisms.

主权项

1. A tool holder, comprising:
a tool holder body including a forward portion; an insert pocket formed in the forward portion, the insert pocket being disposed to receive a cutting insert; a clamp pocket spaced back from the insert pocket, the clamp pocket being disposed to receive a clamping mechanism having an elongated nose portion that extends from the clamp pocket to the insert pocket, and a downwardly extending nub that operably engages and secures the cutting insert in the insert pocket.